How Axel worksAxel $127 a night vs $160 on Expedia at The Capitol Hotel, Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026: $33 a night less (21%). Seen Oct 11.
3-star hotel · Red Roof inns, Inc. · 440 Asylum St, Hartford
Air conditioning · 24-hour reception · Elevator/lift · Smoke-free property · Heating · Security guard · Newspapers · Ticket assistance · Gift shop · Express check-in/check-out · Non-smoking rooms · Cable TV
Hotels in Hartford, ConnecticutA basic 3-star downtown hotel beside Union Station
6.4/10
Convenient downtown access, but tired rooms and uneven housekeeping make this a compromise.
The Capitol is a basic 3-star downtown hotel, not the polished boutique stay its website suggests. Its strongest asset is the location beside Union Station and Bushnell Park, within walking distance of PeoplesBank Arena. Included hot breakfast, room microwaves and refrigerators help the value proposition. Recent Expedia guests often praise helpful staff, and some report clean, comfortable stays. We'd consider it for a short, location-first stop rather than a relaxing getaway.
The drawbacks go beyond dated decor: Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly describe inconsistent cleaning, unpleasant smells and maintenance problems, with noise also appearing in reviews. We'd skip it if dependable housekeeping or quiet sleep is essential. A Holiday Inn Express & Suites conversion is planned; Expedia lists a closure from November 29, 2026, to April 1, 2027, subject to change. Confirm those dates before booking.
Axel's opinion, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Kayak · cga.ct.gov. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
$166 a night with Axel against $175 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $9 a night less (5%).
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable
$9/night less than Expedia (5%)Rate for Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$127 a night with Axel against $160 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $33 a night less (21%).
Standard room · refundable
$33/night less than Expedia (21%)Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$101 a night with Axel against $107 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $6 a night less (5%).
Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) · refundable
$6/night less than Expedia (5%)Rate for Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$101 a night with Axel against $126 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $25 a night less (20%).
Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) · refundable
$25/night less than Expedia (20%)Rate for Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$254 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 16 to Oct 18, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$160 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 22 to Oct 29, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 8
Sign up free to book this rate$133 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Oct 25 to Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 11
Sign up free to book this rate$101 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 23 to Nov 28, 2026 · 5 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$99 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 23 to Nov 29, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$101 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Nov 24 to Nov 28, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 13
Sign up free to book this rate$189 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates.
Premium Quadruple room (2 full double beds) · refundable
Per night, all in, as a free account pays itRate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 11
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Axel $127 a night vs $160 on Expedia at The Capitol Hotel, Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026: $33 a night less (21%). Seen Oct 11.
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Convenient downtown access, but tired rooms and uneven housekeeping make this a compromise. A basic 3-star downtown hotel beside Union Station, scored for what it is.
The Capitol is a basic 3-star downtown hotel, not the polished boutique stay its website suggests. Its strongest asset is the location beside Union Station and Bushnell Park, within walking distance of PeoplesBank Arena. Included hot breakfast, room microwaves and refrigerators help the value proposition. Recent Expedia guests often praise helpful staff, and some report clean, comfortable stays. We'd consider it for a short, location-first stop rather than a relaxing getaway.
The drawbacks go beyond dated decor: Expedia and Tripadvisor guests repeatedly describe inconsistent cleaning, unpleasant smells and maintenance problems, with noise also appearing in reviews. We'd skip it if dependable housekeeping or quiet sleep is essential. A Holiday Inn Express & Suites conversion is planned; Expedia lists a closure from November 29, 2026, to April 1, 2027, subject to change. Confirm those dates before booking.
Best for: Short, location-first downtown stays; Travelers arriving by train; Budget-minded arena visitors
Watch out for: Uneven housekeeping and room maintenance; Noise and unpleasant room smells; Scheduled November 2026–April 2027 closure
Location: Beside Union Station and Bushnell Park, with easy access to downtown venues.
Rooms: Useful microwaves and refrigerators, but recurring reports of wear, faulty doors and heating issues.
Cleanliness: Some guests find rooms clean; repeated complaints about linens, dust and smells undermine consistency.
Service: Frequently praised on Expedia, though complaint handling receives mixed feedback elsewhere.
Amenities: Included hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness center and guest laundry; breakfast feedback varies.
Fees and surprises: Garage parking and pets cost extra; confirm the scheduled closure and renovation timetable.
Axel's opinion of The Capitol Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Tripadvisor · Kayak · cga.ct.gov. Reviewed Oct 10, 2026.
Every stay Axel priced for The Capitol Hotel within the last 7 days. Each rate is per night: the total for the stay shown, as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same dates and party, also per night. These are examples, not live inventory: sign up free and Axel checks live rooms and rates for those dates.
| Stay | Axel rate | Public rate | Difference | Seen | Book |
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| Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $166 a night · refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) | $175 a night on Expedia | $9 a night less (5%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $127 a night · refundable · Standard room | $160 a night on Expedia | $33 a night less (21%) | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 17 to Nov 19, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $101 a night · refundable · Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) | $107 a night on Expedia | $6 a night less (5%) | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book |
| Nov 24 to Nov 26, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $101 a night · refundable · Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) | $126 a night on Expedia | $25 a night less (20%) | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
| Oct 16 to Oct 18, 2026 · 2 nights · 1 adult | $254 a night · refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 22 to Oct 29, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $160 a night · refundable · Deluxe Double room (full double bed) (queen size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 8 | Sign up free to book | |
| Oct 25 to Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult | $133 a night · refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 23 to Nov 28, 2026 · 5 nights · 1 adult | $101 a night · refundable · Standard Double room (full double bed) (king size bed) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 23 to Nov 29, 2026 · 6 nights · 1 adult | $99 a night · refundable · Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Nov 24 to Nov 28, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult | $101 a night · refundable · Standard Quadruple room (2 full double beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 13 | Sign up free to book | |
| Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults | $189 a night · refundable · Premium Quadruple room (2 full double beds) | not seen | Seen Oct 11 | Sign up free to book |
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